Buck Serenity Homes
State licensed691 Buck Avenue, Vacaville, CA 95688
Assisted Living
Assisted livingResidential care for the elderly (RCFE)24-hour personal care
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State licensedAssisted Living
L & S Gentle Care
Vacaville, CaliforniaState inspected Sep 17, 2026, 8 citations since 2022
About L & S Gentle Care
L & S Gentle Care provides compassionate assisted living in Vacaville, California, where personalized support meets everyday dignity. Our team helps residents maintain independence while offering the care and attention they need for daily activities, health management, and social connection.
Community at a glance
Capacity
6 residents
State license
#486803847, Licensed
Location
Vacaville, CA
Status
Listed in a public registry
Care & services offered
Assisted Living
Contact & location
162 N Alamo Drive, Vacaville, California 95688
California inspection record
From the California Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, which licenses and inspects L & S Gentle Care. Checked October 8, 2026. See the state's record and reports
State inspectors last visited L & S Gentle Care on September 17, 2026.
Since June 2022, California's Community Care Licensing Division has made 5 routine inspections, 1 complaint visit and 6 other visits.
Inspectors issued 6 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations. A Type A citation means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights.
Across 7,137 licensed communities in California, the average in the state's record is 5.9 citations and 27% have none.
The state investigated 1 complaint, and substantiated none of the allegations.
Last visit
Sep 17, 2026
Routine inspections
5
Type A citations
6
Type B citations
2
Visits and citations
| Kind of visit | Visits | Type A | Type B |
|---|---|---|---|
| Routine inspections | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Complaint investigations | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Other visits | 6 | 6 | 2 |
Type A: an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights. Type B: a potential risk if not corrected. Routine inspections on Sep 10, 2026, Aug 28, 2025, Oct 11, 2024, Oct 17, 2023, Sep 23, 2022.
Complaints
- November 21, 20234 unsubstantiated
- substantiated:
- the state found it more likely than not that it happened.
- inconclusive:
- the state could not prove or disprove it.
- unsubstantiated:
- it may have happened, but there was not enough evidence.
- unfounded:
- the state found it false or not possible.
License
- License number
- 486803847
- License type
- Residential Care Elderly
- Status
- Licensed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 residents
- Licensed since
- October 2, 2019
- Licensee
- L & S Gentle Care, Inc
- Administrator
- Padama, Samuel
Location
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162 N Alamo DriveVacaville, CA 95688
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Assisted Living: frequently asked questions
Has L & S Gentle Care had any violations?+
California's Community Care Licensing Division has issued L & S Gentle Care 6 Type A citations and 2 Type B citations since June 2022. Type A means an immediate risk to residents' health, safety or personal rights; Type B means a potential risk if not corrected.
When was L & S Gentle Care last inspected?+
State inspectors last visited on September 17, 2026. Each visit's report is public on the state's facility search.
Have there been complaints about L & S Gentle Care?+
The state investigated 1 complaint since June 2022. Of the allegations, 0 were substantiated, 0 inconclusive, 4 unsubstantiated and 0 unfounded.
How much does assisted living cost?+
The national median is around $6,200 per month, though it ranges from roughly $4,500 to $11,800 depending on location, apartment size, and level of care.
Does Medicare pay for assisted living?+
Medicare does not cover the room-and-board cost of assisted living. Medicaid may help in many states through waivers, and VA benefits can offset costs for eligible veterans.
What's the difference from a nursing home?+
Assisted living is for people who need help with daily tasks but are largely independent. Nursing homes (skilled nursing) provide 24-hour medical and rehabilitative care.